Lot 656

Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir

Cameron Hughes Lot 656 offers a delightful experience for Pinot Noir enthusiasts. This red wine from the Arroyo Seco region showcases a medium body that perfectly balances with a bright acidity. The fruit intensity in this wine is prominent, with flavors of ripe red berries shining through. The tannins are notable, adding a structured depth to each sip. Overall, this Pinot Noir is elegantly dry, making it a versatile choice for various occasions.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Oak

Raspberry

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Duck Breast, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Seared Salmon

Region:

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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